~ by Charlie Chambers ~
NBA legend Kobe Bryant was killed in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California on Sunday morning, along with eight others. Bryant was 41 years old. His 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, was also killed in the crash.
Our hearts go out to all the lives lost and the families impacted by this terrible tragedy. We send our thoughts and prayers to the Bryant family, the Lakers organization and Kobe Bryant fans everywhere.
Kobe and Gianna are survived by his wife Vanessa, and their three other daughters — Natalia and Bianca and their newborn Capri. We live for our children. They are our reason for being. Hug your children extra tight, mothers and fathers. Tomorrow is never promised.